advisably
|ad-vis-a-bly|
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/ədˈvaɪzəbli/
(advisable)
recommended quality
Etymology
Etymology Information
'advisable' originates from the Latin word 'advisare,' where 'ad-' meant 'toward' and 'visare' meant 'to see or look at.'
Historical Evolution
'advisare' transformed into the Old French word 'aviser,' and eventually became the modern English word 'advise' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to see or look at,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to recommend or suggest as wise.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that is recommended or suggested as wise or prudent.
It is advisably to check the weather forecast before planning a picnic.
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Last updated: 2025/05/16 01:36